Butterflies of Pithoragarh


Book Description

The book has listed 185 butterfly species out of more than 230 species found in the Pithoragarh region of Uttarakhand. The rich biodiversity is being attributed to altitude gradients varying from 590m to 5,500m, apart from three broad biogeographical sub-regions : Western Himalaya, Eastern Himalaya and Tibetan Plateau. The book includes larval host plants as well as their distribution apart from flight period, size & scientific names.







The Tent Caterpillars


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Synthesizing some 150 years of research, this is the only book to cover the biology and behavioral ecology of tent caterpillars. Terence D. Fitzgerald discusses the systematics, distribution, and host range of North American and Eurasian species of tent caterpillars. He then considers the anatomy and physiology of the egg, larva, pupa, and adult, with particular emphasis on sensory physiology, silk production, reproductive behavior, overwintering adaptations, and the energetics of adult and larva locomotion.







Advances in Cordyceps Research


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The genus Cordyceps and allied species, such as entomopathogenic fungi, mainly parasitize insects and other arthropods and have been known since ancient times. They are a source of hundreds of metabolites of medicinal significance used in drug discovery and drug development. The book reviews the developments in cordyceps research and its applications. It covers areas such as diversity, distribution, taxonomy, phylogeny, genetics, bioactive potential, nutraceutical values, biotechnological prospects, plant protection, safety concerns, and marketed products. Further, the impact of human interference as well as climate change on the habitats of Cordyceps has been discussed. The book is meant for readers with an interest in mycology and allied areas. It is also invaluable to personnel carrying out research in disciplines like applied biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, botany, ecology, entomology, environmental biology, field biology, forestry, and zoology.







UKPSC Prelims Exam Paper 1 : General Studies Book 2024 (English Edition) - 10 Mock Tests (1500 Solved Objective Questions) with Free Access To Online Tests


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Biodiversity & environmental management


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Papers presented at the 14th National Seminar of Indian Academy of Environmental Sciences, held at Gorakhpur in November 2007.







Biological Diversity: Current Status and Conservation Policies


Book Description

The present book has been designed to bind prime knowledge of climate change-induced impacts on various aspects of our environment and its biological diversity. The book also contains updated information, methods and tools for the monitoring and conservation of impacted biological diversity.